4 But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship.[b] 6 Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba,[c] Father.” 7 So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.
Happy Christmas!
In his letter to the people who lived in Galatia, Paul clearly explains why Jesus Christ came into the world. Jesus was born so that we could be adopted as children to God! When a person is adopted they are allowed to become part of another family. Every Christian has become part of God’s family through Jesus coming into the world and dying for us – that’s the most wonderful Christmas present.
Question 1
Why did Jesus come into the world?
Question 2
What are the blessings Jesus has secured for us?
Question 3
Why is it so amazing that we are able to call God ‘Father’ today?
Pray:
Thank you, Lord, for sending Jesus into the world. Thank you that Jesus came into the world so that we could have freedom.
Thank you that he has come so that we can be adopted as your children! On Christmas Day, help us to worship the Lord Jesus Christ. When other things are trying to claim attention, help us remember that Jesus is the centre of all the celebrations.
